Our Team

Meet Orlando City Soccers Youth Club Team

Bringing Talent, Passion, and Community Together

Meet Tom Payne, our Executive Director at OC-Seminole. With a passion for youth development and incredible professional experience, Tom brings to us a fresh foot forward in the growth and expansion of Orlando City Soccer School Seminole.


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Executive Director

Tom Payne

As Boys Technical Director, Lewis is responsible for setting the club's coaching philosophy, developing training programs, and overseeing player development pathways. His strategic vision and hands-on approach ensure that the club remains at the forefront of innovation in player development and tactical strategies

A former professional and international player, Jeremy Christie encourages a “player first” environment. With a career spanning thirteen years across the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and the US, Jeremy participated in the 2009 Confederations Cup and the 2010 FIFA World Cup. 

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Boys Technical Director

Lewis Neal

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Jeremy Christie

Girls Technical Director

In his capacity as MLS Next director, Petrut oversees all aspects of this elite boys' program, from talent identification to player development and competition strategy. His strategic vision and commitment to excellence ensure that the program remains at the forefront of youth soccer development in the region.

Greg works with a dedicated group in our  MLS Next Programs, focusing on player development and promotion to higher levels of competition. He is dedicated to identifying and nurturing talent, ensuring that players are well-prepared for opportunities in MLS Next and beyond.

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MLS Next Director

Petrut Bumbanac

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Gregory Payne

MLS Next Assistant Director

Christian is a coach in our ECNL programs and has been active coaching at the senior girls levels for many years.   In this role, Christian oversees both our ECNL and ECNLR programs working alongside Jeremy Christie to strengthen the development and success of our senior programs.   

Rich runs the girls' program, focusing on developing young talent and building a strong foundation for future success. He emphasizes skill development, teamwork, and a love for the game, creating a positive environment where players can thrive.

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Girls Programs Director

Christian Eissele

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Rich Aplin

Junior Girls Programs Director

Tom oversees our NAL and Elite teams, focusing on the critical development of players at these foundational levels. He is dedicated to fostering skills, teamwork, and a strong soccer foundation, ensuring that each player receives personalized attention and guidance. Tom's commitment to player growth and development is vital, as these teams play an essential role in the overall success of the club.

Scott has been around the game of soccer for many years and brings to us a solid foundation and understanding of developing players.   He emphasizes skill development, teamwork, and a love for the game, creating a positive environment where players can thrive.

Tom Traxler

NAL/Elite Director & Director of Operations

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Scott Betsinger

Assistant NAL/Elite Director

Lucas oversees the development of our junior boys programs and coaches in both MLS Next and the pre-MLS programs, preparing them to transition into the MLS Next program at U13. 


Lucas has extensive knowledge and a commitment to teaching the game and developing the future of our teams.   

Justin is the assistant to Lucas Zicher, helping to manage the pre-NAL and Elite teams in the juniors. He plays a vital role in supporting player development and creating a fun, engaging environment. 

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Junior Boys Director

Lucas Zicher

Justin Sirriani

Assistant Junior Boys Director

Chelsea Green focuses on skill development and teamwork for young players at the grassroots level. With a passion for youth soccer, she creates a fun and supportive environment, helping each player thrive to love the game of soccer and develop into our competitive academy programs.

Jeremiah Hansen is the Goalkeeper Director, specializing in developing and training keepers at all levels. With a deep understanding of the position, he focuses on enhancing technique, decision-making, and confidence in goal. 

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Recreational Program Director

Chelsea Green

Jeremiah Hansen

Goalkeeper Director

Lauren is dedicated to the success of our club and does whatever it takes to ensure our programs are successful.   She raises the standard for our club and leads an effective and efficient operations team to deliver the best experience for our customers, the families in our club.   She also serves as our club wide registrar and gets the players on the field.   

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Lauren Rotenberg

Director of Program Operations & Registrar

Abed efficiently manages referees as our Referee Assignor. He ensures smooth processes and fair officiating. Abed's dedication fosters a positive environment on the fields for our players, coaches and families, contributing to the organization's success.

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Abed Kuttaineh

Referee Assignor Director